CADC/LADC Substance Use Counselor – Outpatient Care

BayMark Health Services, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(K)

Generous paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BayMark Health Services in Maine seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to guide patients through medically assisted programs and develop coping strategies for opioid addiction. You will run group and individual sessions, perform crisis management, and track progress with clinicians to optimize treatment outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold CADC or LADC credentials, a high school diploma as a minimum, with a preference for higher degrees in health services.

Qualifications

• Must hold a CADC or LADC in the state of Maine.
• Minimum: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Preferred: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social or health services field.
• Certification required: CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LADC (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor).
• Essential: Ability to maintain a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward the patient population.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual initial assessment and evaluation interviews for service eligibility determination.
• Facilitates, establishes and reviews with each patient the initial treatment plan.
• Completes Bio-psychosocial assessment.
• Involve families and significant others in patient’s recovery process whenever possible.
• Develops and participates in individual or group patient teaching projects.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Skills

Empathy

Non-judgmental attitude

Crisis management

Education

CADC/LADC certification

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Master’s in health/services

Job description

BayMark Health Services in Maine seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to guide patients through medically assisted programs and develop coping strategies for opioid addiction. You will run group and individual sessions, perform crisis management, and track progress with clinicians to optimize treatment outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold CADC or LADC credentials, a high school diploma as a minimum, with a preference for higher degrees in health services.